Low Intensity Laser Therapy


Laser therapy is the use of monochromatic light emission from a low intensity laser diode or an array of high intensity Super Luminous Diodes to treat musculoskeletal injuries, chronic and degenerative conditions and to heal wounds. The light source is placed in contact with the skin allowing the photon energy to penetrate tissue, where it interacts with various intracellular biomolecules resulting in the restoration of normal cell function and enhancement of the body’s healing processes.

At Three Tides Wellness we use the Bioflex Laser Therapy System which is designed by clinicians for clinicians and is the gold standard in the industry. Approved by Health Canada for relief of pain, spasm, stiffness, muscle relaxation and increased circulation.


HOW CAN LASER COMPLIMENT MASSAGE THERAPY?

Laser therapy is often used in combination with other treatment modalities and provides additional benefits, including reduced inflammation, accelerated muscle tissue healing, improved circulatory functions as well as powerful analgesic effects.


WHAT CONDITIONS CAN BE TREATED BY COMBINING LASER AND MASSAGE THERAPY?

  • Acute and Chronic Pain

  • Bulging and Herniated Discs

  • Fibromyalgia

  • Headaches and Migraines

  • Soft Tissue Injuries, such as Strains, Sprains, Dislocations, Fractures, Whiplash, Bursitis, Tendonitis, Trigger Points, Muscle Tears

  • Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis

  • Patellofemoral Syndrome

  • Plantar Fasciitis

  • Repetitive Stress Injuries such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tennis and Golfers Elbow, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

  • Temporomandibular Joint Problems (TMJ/TMD) and more

PHYSIOLOGICAL EFFECTS OF LILT INCLUDE AND INCREASE IN:

  • DNA Synthesis: the protein building block essential to the process of cell regeneration

  • Collagen Production: increases tensile strength of muscles, tendons and ligaments

  • ATP (adenosine triphosphate): the fuel of the cell, required in facilitating cell metabolism

  • Endorphins: morphine like substance produced by the body to reduce the sensation of pain

  • Modulation of cellular components involved in the healing process

  • Stimulation of: immune response, lymphatic drainage, angiogenesis

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q. HOW LONG DOES A TREATMENT TAKE?

Typically 30-60 minutes depending on the condition being treated or if you want additional massage time.

Q. HOW MANY TREATMENTS ARE REQUIRED? 

Based on the genetic makeup of the cells, an individuals response to LILT will vary. A recent clinical review, including 1000 patients showed the average number of treatments to be 9.4.

Q. ARE THERE ANY SIDE EFFECTS? 

Laser therapy is non-toxic, non-invasive and in over one million individual treatments, no significant adverse effects have been noted.

Q. IS THIS SERVICE COVERED UNDER MY REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPY BENEFITS?

If you book Laser + Massage it will be covered under your massage benefits. If you choose laser only treatment, it will not be covered.

For additional information or questions regarding Low Intensity Laser Therapy, please contact Lindsay

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LASER ONLY TREATMENTS

***not covered under benefits***

For additional information or questions regarding Low Intensity Laser Therapy, please contact Lindsay